Proton Therapy's Long-Term effects on Kids' brains under the microscope

NCT ID NCT01180881

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study followed 155 children with brain or central nervous system tumors who received proton radiation therapy at Massachusetts General Hospital. Researchers measured changes in thinking skills, behavior, and use of special education services one year or more after treatment. Parents and children filled out questionnaires to track these outcomes. The goal was to understand how proton radiation impacts daily life and learning over time.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

brain cancer brain neoplasm central nervous system cancer central nervous system neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States